Salina Central hadn't done well against Goddard recently (they were 1-7 in their previous eight matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Tuesday. The Mustangs came out on top in a nail-biter against the Lions, sneaking past 9-7. That's the second time they've managed to beat them this season, as they also won 2-1 on Tuesday.
Sophia Johnson spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned (and five unearned) runs on seven hits.
On the hitting side, Salina Central let Harper Turpin and Charlotte Gordon run wild. Turpin went 2-for-4 with one home run, four RBI, and one double, while Gordon went 3-for-4 with two stolen bases, three runs, and one RBI. That's the most runs Gordon has posted since back in March. Another player making a difference was Valerie VanZant, who got on base in three of her four plate appearances with two runs and one stolen base.
Salina Central hit smart and finished the game with only two strikeouts. The team has now struck out at least five batters in three consecutive matches.
Mustangs
| 04/22/25 vs Goddard | 9-7 |
| 04/22/25 vs Goddard | 2-1 |
| 04/11/25 vs Arkansas City | 7-1 |
| 04/11/25 vs Arkansas City | 8-1 |
| 04/01/25 vs Dodge City | 15-0 |
| + 4 more games |
Salina Central pushed their record up to 11-3 with the win, which was their ninth straight at home dating back to last season. The home victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 2.2 runs on average over those games. As for Goddard, they are on a six-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-4.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Salina Central will venture away from home to face off against Eisenhower at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Goddard, they will have a little extra prep time after the loss as they won't be playing again for a while. They'll take on Bishop Carroll at 6:00 p.m. on May 15.
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